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Bar2D2, the R2-D2 of Failed Space Operas

Remember that time in Star Wars when R2-D2 shot out the lightsaber to Luke Skywalker? Yeah, well the only problem with that scene was that lightsabers don't freaking exist. And until they do, robots of the future must be retrofitted with the next best thing—copious amounts of booze. (Which, as we see in this picture, is something that certain cast members of the ill-fated show Firefly can appreciate).

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12:30 PM on Tue Sep 30 2008
By Mark Wilson
14,990 views, 31 comments

Latest by Protector one: If it's good enough for Captain Hammer, it's good enough for me. more »

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Official Star Wars USB Hubs May be Best USB Products Ever

Forget Dr Who's TARDIS, sci-fi USB hub fans (come on... you know who you are) are going to go bonkers over these official R2D2 and Vader USB hubs. R2's head moves, he lights up and emits genuine Star Wars sound effects every three minutes, while Vader just seems to have the sound effects and glowing eyes. *Shiver*... menacing. Of course they also have four full-speed USB sockets on the front, and come with three feet of USB cable. Available in July for around $66... but that's in Japan, USB hub fans. [JapanStarWars via Technabob]

6:09 AM on Thu Jun 26 2008
By Kit Eaton
8,396 views, 16 comments

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Do Your Own R2-D2 with Paper, Scissors and Glue

It may not be as amazing as one made out of aluminum, and you won't be able project video with it, but in a day where all news is going to be about you know what, maybe it's time to take a deep breath, turn on the ink jet printer, grab some scissors and glue and spend some quality time with your inner Force building your own R2-D2 paper robot (instead of a mini-Steve .) And it doesn't only look cool: this thing is articulated. More »

7:24 AM on Mon Jun 9 2008
By Jesus Diaz
7,092 views, 10 comments

Latest by halfkorean: This will go nicely with the Shin Tanaka paper-ines. Now if I can only put some paper nikes on R2! more »

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DIY R2-D2 Is Even Better than the Real Thing

Chris James' R2-D2 won four Make Magazine editors' choice ribbons at Maker Faire and it's easy to see why: not only does it have every detail from the original—except having a little person inside—but this one is even more charming, capable of singing the Star Wars theme, and Indiana Jones sound bites. It only needs to have a built-in projector to be absolutely perfect. We asked Chris about the obvious next step: installing sensory inputs and artificial intelligence to make it truly autonomous. His take—and another video of R2 dancing with kids at Maker Faire—after the jump.
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9:20 AM on Wed May 7 2008
By Jesus Diaz
45,626 views, 28 comments

Latest by lilricky: Why is his back panel removed? more »

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R2-D2 Projector in Action Video (Verdict: A Must Have)

We knew that there was a motorized, fully-articulated R2-D2 projector with built-in DVD, iPod dock, all kinds of digital media inputs, and Millennium Falcon remote control, but we never—EVER—imagined it would be so amazingly drooltastic as this video shows. Time to put on your LEGO-made Han Solo jacket or Leia bikini, and buy this thing—because after watching it in action, I don't care about the lack of Full HD support: this thing is absolutely I must have, caress, fondle, and lick all over material. Reaching nerdgasm, however, still costs $2,995. [Star Wars Shop via Star Wars Blog]

7:10 AM on Thu May 1 2008
By Jesus Diaz
199,203 views, 87 comments

Latest by timesquare: I have an extensive collection of everything Star Wars.. SO when I stumbled upon this R2-D2 Projector at CES last more »

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Giant LEGO R2-D2 is 8 Feet Tall, Squeaks and Lights Up

While most LEGO models are smaller than the objects they resemble, this eight foot LEGO R2-D2 Technabob found stands considerably taller than the actual Star Wars droid. The model not only looks like R2-D2, but features working red and blue LEDs and authentic sound effects as shown by the video. More »

2:48 PM on Sun Dec 30 2007
By Adrian Covert
4,211 views, 14 comments

Latest by spaceman37: looks like an overweight glob of grease! more »

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Afternoon News: Speak R2-D2's Language, Watch Hulu In HD, Get a Cheap Zune Dock and More

• Adobe's Flash Player 9 now supports the H.264 video codec. Expect more HD Flash video and greater iPhone compatibility as a result. [TUAW]
• Hulu began streaming in HD today, coinciding with Adobe's Flash update. Cold comfort if you ask me, since there are no TV shows left anyway. [Crave]
• R2-D2 Translator turns your typed words into the little droid's language. Be careful not to break the space-time continuum by asking it to translate "beep boop beep." [R2D2 Translator]
• Altec Lansing's M604 Zune dock is on Woot for a measly $45, more than $150 off the retail price. Line-in and video-out make this compatible with other players too, so it sounds like a sweet deal. [Woot]

4:00 PM on Wed Dec 5 2007
By Benny Goldman
1,914 views, 1 comment

Latest by EMoShunz: H.264 - good no hulu invitation - bad more »

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R2-D2 Soy Sauce Bottle Goes Beep Beep At Your Sodium Intake

Someone in Japan must love little trash can robots as much as nerds in the US do, because they've made an R2-D2 soy sauce bottle. Just load up the can with soy sauce (the liquid kind, not the semi-liquid kind) and pour it out through R2's opening into your food for maximum Star Wars flavor. They've even got a black R2-Q2 model in case you enjoy evil soy sauce. Why Evil? Because it's black and has an evil goatee. [Strapya via Tokyo Mango]

2:35 PM on Tue Nov 13 2007
By Jason Chen
4,172 views, 8 comments

Latest by halloweenjack: I'm more intrigued by the "Bondage kewpie cell phone strap" advertised on the same page, and by "intrigued" I really more »

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R2D2 Webcam/Skype Phone Doubles Up As Buddy/Partner

Can there ever be too many R2D2 inspired gadgets? No, it is impossible, as proven by this orgasm worthy R2D2 webcam, by Hammacher Schlemmer. More »

11:32 AM on Sat Sep 1 2007
By Haroon Malik
3,681 views, 6 comments

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R2-Beer2 is My Kind of Droid

Sure, it can't repair or refuel your X-wing, nor can it project a video on your wall, but it can get you drunk. If given a choice between the original R2 and this guy… well, I'm just saying it wouldn't be an easy decision. [Geekstir via Coolest Gadgets]

7:00 PM on Fri Aug 17 2007
By Adam Frucci
9,894 views, 7 comments

Latest by ideaman2020: "Help me Obeer-Wan. You're my only hope... [BUUUUURRP!]" more »